Teletherapy for Ankeny, IA
Hannah Overstake
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021
I have experience working with people of all ages, but my passion and expertise are with teens and young adults. I have training in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR. I enjoy working with a wide range of client's on a wide-range of issues: depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, behavioral/school problems, and issues within the family system. My goal is to help my clients learn skills that they can implement and live up to their greatest potential. I look forward to hearing from you.
I have experience working with people of all ages, but my passion and expertise are with teens and young adults. I have training in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and EMDR. I enjoy working with a wide range of client's on a wide-range of issues: depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, behavioral/school problems, and issues within the family system. My goal is to help my clients learn skills that they can implement and live up to their greatest potential. I look forward to hearing from you.
Katie Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
Recognizing that you need some help and support is the first step in making a change in your life. I am here to help you on your mental health journey. I am passionate about meeting my clients where they are at, providing them with tools that they can use to achieve their goals. I have experience working with teens and adults through individual, couple and family sessions. I help my clients by addressing a variety of concerns, with a focus on treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss and grief. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that evokes growth and positive change without judgment.
Recognizing that you need some help and support is the first step in making a change in your life. I am here to help you on your mental health journey. I am passionate about meeting my clients where they are at, providing them with tools that they can use to achieve their goals. I have experience working with teens and adults through individual, couple and family sessions. I help my clients by addressing a variety of concerns, with a focus on treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, loss and grief. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic environment that evokes growth and positive change without judgment.
Jennie Plummer
Counselor, tLMHC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
I believe you are the expert on your own life. You know your concerns, your fears, your struggles, and your story better than anyone else. As a counselor, my goal is to create a safe, affirming space in which you can explore your stressors, your identities, your relationships, or anything else you feel is significant to your life and your story. I will meet you where you are and accept you for who you are. I want therapy to be a collaborative process. Together, we will work to identify and address your concerns while also building upon and, hopefully, enriching your life story.
I believe you are the expert on your own life. You know your concerns, your fears, your struggles, and your story better than anyone else. As a counselor, my goal is to create a safe, affirming space in which you can explore your stressors, your identities, your relationships, or anything else you feel is significant to your life and your story. I will meet you where you are and accept you for who you are. I want therapy to be a collaborative process. Together, we will work to identify and address your concerns while also building upon and, hopefully, enriching your life story.
Heather Dix
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023 (Online Only)
As your therapist, my goal would be to meet you where you’re at; free of judgement and help you pursue healing and wholeness. My approach would be to help you learn ways to deal with present circumstances, gain insight from your past, as well as hope for the future. I like to assess you as person holistically and work with you to balance all areas of your life if you desire; spiritually, relationally, physically, nutritionally, mentally and emotionally.
As your therapist, my goal would be to meet you where you’re at; free of judgement and help you pursue healing and wholeness. My approach would be to help you learn ways to deal with present circumstances, gain insight from your past, as well as hope for the future. I like to assess you as person holistically and work with you to balance all areas of your life if you desire; spiritually, relationally, physically, nutritionally, mentally and emotionally.
Pathways Mental Health Services
Counselor, LMHC, LMHCA, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021 (Online Only)
We offer mental health outpatient counseling/therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults. We also provide Telemental Health for Overseas US Military Families and Expats.
We offer mental health outpatient counseling/therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults. We also provide Telemental Health for Overseas US Military Families and Expats.
Marissa Myers
Counselor, MA, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
Just as sometimes people get sick and need to visit a doctor, sometimes people need to visit a therapist. This could be due to a clinical diagnosis such as depression or anxiety, the desire to cope with past trauma, or just in response to the many and varied challenges of life. It takes courage and determination to reach out for help, and I hope that I can help. I believe we all have the ability to achieve lasting change and peace on our own, we just sometimes need help finding the way.
Just as sometimes people get sick and need to visit a doctor, sometimes people need to visit a therapist. This could be due to a clinical diagnosis such as depression or anxiety, the desire to cope with past trauma, or just in response to the many and varied challenges of life. It takes courage and determination to reach out for help, and I hope that I can help. I believe we all have the ability to achieve lasting change and peace on our own, we just sometimes need help finding the way.
Christine D Addison
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50021
Life is too short to allow loss of connection with intimate partner/marriage, hold on to grudges, or infidelity, let trauma control us, let anxiety manage you instead of you manage anxiety, or let depression interfere with your life. There truly is a way through this.
Life is too short to allow loss of connection with intimate partner/marriage, hold on to grudges, or infidelity, let trauma control us, let anxiety manage you instead of you manage anxiety, or let depression interfere with your life. There truly is a way through this.
Jaclyn Mustachio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
Accepting New Clients! Welcome! This is your safe space. I will provide you with a safe space for self-exploration, and a model for self-reflection to utilize in everyday life. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy treatment modalities. The process looks different with each of my clients and may include unpacking life’s heavy stuff, making peace with the past, seeing what’s important to you, figuring out who you are/who you want to be, and, or facing fears head on.
Accepting New Clients! Welcome! This is your safe space. I will provide you with a safe space for self-exploration, and a model for self-reflection to utilize in everyday life. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy treatment modalities. The process looks different with each of my clients and may include unpacking life’s heavy stuff, making peace with the past, seeing what’s important to you, figuring out who you are/who you want to be, and, or facing fears head on.
Fein Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
Do you need someone to talk to about your family, job, climate change, social justice or relationships? Are you struggling with loss, abuse or harassment in the recent or distant past? Do you feel misunderstood or question your identity or direction in life? Do you feel like life has handed you some lemons? If this sounds like you, I offer confidential mental health counseling for individuals, couples and families in a private 1857 farmhouse set on a nature sanctuary. I strive to provide a safe space for survivors, and people from diverse racial, gender ethnic religious and spiritual backgrounds. Diversity is celebrated here.
Do you need someone to talk to about your family, job, climate change, social justice or relationships? Are you struggling with loss, abuse or harassment in the recent or distant past? Do you feel misunderstood or question your identity or direction in life? Do you feel like life has handed you some lemons? If this sounds like you, I offer confidential mental health counseling for individuals, couples and families in a private 1857 farmhouse set on a nature sanctuary. I strive to provide a safe space for survivors, and people from diverse racial, gender ethnic religious and spiritual backgrounds. Diversity is celebrated here.
Ankeny Family Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
We have immediate openings at our Ankeny office. Our therapists are the most compassionate that you will find. We understand that the pressures in life, such as jobs, finances, marriages and other relationships can lead to feelings of frustration, anger, hopelessness and isolation. We have all had difficulties. We want to help you overcome these difficulties by listening to you and helping with solutions that can help you.
We have immediate openings at our Ankeny office. Our therapists are the most compassionate that you will find. We understand that the pressures in life, such as jobs, finances, marriages and other relationships can lead to feelings of frustration, anger, hopelessness and isolation. We have all had difficulties. We want to help you overcome these difficulties by listening to you and helping with solutions that can help you.
Stacey Haylett
Counselor, tLMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
And the day when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom -Anais Nin. I received my master's degree in Counseling in 2012 from Drake University and have been a school counselor for 11 years. I completed my internship in 2023 and am now working to support mental health in private practice. Through my experiences, I have learned a lot about meeting people where they are at and walking alongside them in their journey. Trusting the client to know when they are ready to make a change is an integral part of the process.
And the day when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom -Anais Nin. I received my master's degree in Counseling in 2012 from Drake University and have been a school counselor for 11 years. I completed my internship in 2023 and am now working to support mental health in private practice. Through my experiences, I have learned a lot about meeting people where they are at and walking alongside them in their journey. Trusting the client to know when they are ready to make a change is an integral part of the process.
Shannon Beelner
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
Currently accepting new clients! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I strive to form a collaborative therapeutic relationship with clients to improve their overall quality of life. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral interventions, strengths-based model, and solution focused therapy. No one size fits all and each client deserves a unique treatment plan and goals. Together we can work to treat anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, addictions, insecurities, and other life challenges.
Currently accepting new clients! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and I strive to form a collaborative therapeutic relationship with clients to improve their overall quality of life. I utilize a variety of treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral interventions, strengths-based model, and solution focused therapy. No one size fits all and each client deserves a unique treatment plan and goals. Together we can work to treat anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, addictions, insecurities, and other life challenges.
Brittnay Miller
Counselor, t-LMHC
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
What do you want? Transformation of course! We go to therapy to ease the pain, stop the suffering, end the struggle. We want to arrive to a destination in our mind of wholeness, excitement and happiness. But, it won’t be you skipping and laughing down the hallway to get there. Therapy can be emotionally and physically exhausting. Accessing and processing DEEP stuff requires effort and lots of deep breaths. BUT, the emotional release, the sense of feeling lighter, seen and less alone is a life worth living for, no, fighting for! You deserve rest and relief.
What do you want? Transformation of course! We go to therapy to ease the pain, stop the suffering, end the struggle. We want to arrive to a destination in our mind of wholeness, excitement and happiness. But, it won’t be you skipping and laughing down the hallway to get there. Therapy can be emotionally and physically exhausting. Accessing and processing DEEP stuff requires effort and lots of deep breaths. BUT, the emotional release, the sense of feeling lighter, seen and less alone is a life worth living for, no, fighting for! You deserve rest and relief.
Kathy Greer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
Congratulations on taking the next step in your journey by seeking a therapist to assist you! I believe at the heart of us all is the need to be accepted as our authentic selves and to be validated and empathized with. As wounded children, we sometimes develop unhealthy coping skills to soothe uncomfortable feelings and unpleasant experiences. The tools that served us well as children turn into our autopilot as adults when we experience emotional dysregulation. My goal is to provide my clients with nonjudgmental, compassionate, empathetic support to aid in overcoming whatever stress, conflict, or trauma may be occurring in your life
Congratulations on taking the next step in your journey by seeking a therapist to assist you! I believe at the heart of us all is the need to be accepted as our authentic selves and to be validated and empathized with. As wounded children, we sometimes develop unhealthy coping skills to soothe uncomfortable feelings and unpleasant experiences. The tools that served us well as children turn into our autopilot as adults when we experience emotional dysregulation. My goal is to provide my clients with nonjudgmental, compassionate, empathetic support to aid in overcoming whatever stress, conflict, or trauma may be occurring in your life
Carolyn Hollister
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
When we go through hard things in life it can have all kinds of effects on the way we feel about ourselves, our relationships and our life. Seeking therapy with a provider you can feel safe with and open up to can be one of the most beneficial and healing things we can do for ourselves. If you are struggling with emotions, thoughts or beliefs that you know are holding you back from living with a sense of well-being, I would like to help. I provide a holistic, compassionate, affirming space for you to explore and process your struggles so you can feel more peace and connection in your life.
When we go through hard things in life it can have all kinds of effects on the way we feel about ourselves, our relationships and our life. Seeking therapy with a provider you can feel safe with and open up to can be one of the most beneficial and healing things we can do for ourselves. If you are struggling with emotions, thoughts or beliefs that you know are holding you back from living with a sense of well-being, I would like to help. I provide a holistic, compassionate, affirming space for you to explore and process your struggles so you can feel more peace and connection in your life.
Ashley Carpentier
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023 (Online Only)
I am passionate about helping individuals live healthy, happy lives by using a holistic approach to mental wellness. I have a passion for treating clients with eating disorders/disordered eating, relationship with food, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients reach their goals.
I am passionate about helping individuals live healthy, happy lives by using a holistic approach to mental wellness. I have a passion for treating clients with eating disorders/disordered eating, relationship with food, self-esteem, anxiety, and depression. I enjoy working with adolescents and young adults. I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients reach their goals.
Hallie Evans
Counselor, t-LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
I currently work with children and adolescents who are struggling with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, depression, mood dysregulation, anger, and trauma. In a typical session, we may work on grounding and mindfulness techniques as well as coping skills. We also may explore your child's emotions through play or talk therapy. I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and child-centered theories. I also use play therapy modalities as well as sand tray therapy.
I currently work with children and adolescents who are struggling with symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, autism spectrum disorder, depression, mood dysregulation, anger, and trauma. In a typical session, we may work on grounding and mindfulness techniques as well as coping skills. We also may explore your child's emotions through play or talk therapy. I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing (MI), and child-centered theories. I also use play therapy modalities as well as sand tray therapy.
Annie Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
One of the most elemental parts of being human is the need to be listened to. Sharing our stories with others and doing the work of self-exploration requires a unique courage, and when we feel heard and understood, we are better able to understand our own needs and see our own resourcefulness more clearly. I view you as the expert on your own life and experiences. My top priorities as a therapist are understanding your perspective, learning how this perspective has shaped your life, and partnering with you in support of your goals.
One of the most elemental parts of being human is the need to be listened to. Sharing our stories with others and doing the work of self-exploration requires a unique courage, and when we feel heard and understood, we are better able to understand our own needs and see our own resourcefulness more clearly. I view you as the expert on your own life and experiences. My top priorities as a therapist are understanding your perspective, learning how this perspective has shaped your life, and partnering with you in support of your goals.
Alex Johnson
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ankeny, IA 50023
Whatever brings you to therapy, it is my goal to help you be grateful for the coping mechanisms that kept you safe and brought you here. I welcome all parts of you into my office to work towards healing and learning a new path forward. Healing is personal to each individual and I welcome you to start the experience together to move toward your goals. I work as a team with my partner, Winston (therapy dog), who loves helping clients towards their goals. Reach out to learn more about how he can help you with your goals!
Whatever brings you to therapy, it is my goal to help you be grateful for the coping mechanisms that kept you safe and brought you here. I welcome all parts of you into my office to work towards healing and learning a new path forward. Healing is personal to each individual and I welcome you to start the experience together to move toward your goals. I work as a team with my partner, Winston (therapy dog), who loves helping clients towards their goals. Reach out to learn more about how he can help you with your goals!
Jordan Woolman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ankeny, IA 50023
I strive to help others feel empowered and to be able cope with their mental health and life in general. We will work together so that you can begin to heal, learn how to keep growing and improving yourself and work towards your goals. Everyone needs additional support at times in their lives that is neutral, non-judgmental, and unbiased to help get through life's trials & tribulations. My goal is to meet you where you are at and be a support to you.
I strive to help others feel empowered and to be able cope with their mental health and life in general. We will work together so that you can begin to heal, learn how to keep growing and improving yourself and work towards your goals. Everyone needs additional support at times in their lives that is neutral, non-judgmental, and unbiased to help get through life's trials & tribulations. My goal is to meet you where you are at and be a support to you.
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Is online therapy as effective as in-person?
Numerous studies suggest that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy. However, further research is needed to determine if online therapy provides the same benefits across all client populations. Individuals with severe mental illnesses, such as schizophrenia or bipolar disorder, or those who may benefit from in-person check-ins, like those with eating disorders, may not experience the same level of benefit from online therapy. Nonetheless, the success of online therapy, much like in-person therapy, often hinges on the quality of the therapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client rather than the specific modality of therapy used.
What are the advantages and disadvantages of therapy conducted online?
One of the main advantages of online therapy is its convenience for both clients and therapists. It also allows clients who require specialized therapy to access a wider range of professionals than they could with only in-person sessions. Additionally, online therapy may be a more affordable option in some cases and often offers the same insurance benefits as in-person therapy. However, online therapy may not be suitable for everyone, especially those who value face-to-face interaction with a therapist. Therapists may find it more challenging to assess clients accurately in an online setting due to reduced nonverbal cues on camera. There is also the increased risk that disruptions caused by external factors, such as technology malfunctions, can hinder the therapy session. For these reasons, many therapists offer a "hybrid" therapeutic approach, alternating between seeing clients in-person and online.
Is online therapy suitable for children and adolescents?
Just like with adults, the accessibility and convenience of online therapy can greatly benefit children and adolescents. In fact, children and adolescents may be more accustomed to navigating online platforms than older adults, making online sessions feel more natural for them. Teens might also be interested in using additional online tools, such as therapist-recommended apps, as an adjunct to online therapy sessions. Apps for developing CBT skills, practicing mindfulness exercises, or tracking thoughts and moods can be helpful for teens receiving therapy. However, it's important to note that not all therapeutic modalities are well-suited to online therapy, especially those used with younger children. For example, play therapy, which helps younger children express their emotions, often requires in-person sessions to be fully effective.
Can I receive prescriptions and medication management with online therapy?
The ability for psychiatrists to prescribe medications through online therapy varies based on the medication and the states where the medical professional and client are located. While many prescribing regulations were relaxed during the COVID-19 pandemic, some states still enforce rules, especially concerning controlled substances, which may mandate an in-person visit before prescribing. Generally, however, medical professionals can prescribe non-controlled substances through online therapy sessions just as they do during in-person sessions.